Call: Centres/Networks
of European research and innovation

Description of programme"Europe in a changing
world - Inclusive, innovative and reflective societies"

This subprogramme will address social exclusion, discriminations
and various forms of inequalities. It will explore new forms of innovation and strengthen the evidence base for the Innovation
Union, the European Research Area and other relevant EU policies. It will promote coherent and effective cooperation with
third countries. Finally, it will address the issues of memories, identities, tolerance and cultural heritage. The approach
adopted in the present calls is in line with the Horizon 2020 Responsible Research and Innovation (RRI) cross-cutting issue,
engaging multiple actors including society, integrating the gender and ethical dimensions, ensuring the access to research
outcomes. Some Topics deal specifically with formal and informal (science) education.

To better anticipate
and address challenges in key regions, it is essential to maximise the EU’s clout in global affairs. Research activities
will look into the best means of ensuring synergies and consistency between Member States, EU foreign policy goals and instruments.
Maximising its clout also presupposes understanding Europe in a global context and its historical and cultural legacy.

It is also imperative to implement the EU strategy for international cooperation in research and innovation
by strengthening activities to promote the position of Europe on the global scene, attract international partners to Horizon
2020, enhance research and innovation exchanges and dialogue, and strengthen the European R&I presence in strategic partner
countries and regions.

Description
of call"Centres/Networks of European research and innovation"

To create a network of centres in the world's
most dynamic and innovative countries and regions that will connect and support European researchers and entrepreneurs globally,
in order to strengthen the position of Europe as a world leader in science, technology and innovation.

Each
proposal shall target one country and region that is an established or emerging science, technology or innovation leader;
proposals addressing all or part of Brazil, China and the USA are strongly encouraged without excluding other countries with
similar characteristics.

At least one legal entity established in
an EU Member State or Horizon 2020 associated country.

Consortia shall ensure adequate involvement
of European stakeholders from existing structures or representations in the addressed partner countries/regions. Proposals
should build on previous work of bilateral and regional international cooperation projects where appropriate.

Recurring Call

No

Project duration max

48
months

Financial details

A maximum of one proposal will be supported per
international partner country or region. The Commission considers that proposals requesting an EU contribution of around 3
million € for a duration of 3-4 years would allow this specific challenge to be addressed appropriately. Nonetheless,
this does not preclude submission and selection of proposals requesting other amounts.